The South Fayette Township Police Department has received a 2018 AAA Community Traffic Safety Gold Award, which recognizes efforts to reduce the number of motor vehicle injuries and fatalities by conducting educational programs and promotional campaigns that encourage safe driving.
The recognition is one level higher than last year, when the department received a Silver Award.
Police Chief John Phoennik, who accepted the award Nov. 5, recognized South Fayette police Sgt. Mike Wesolek for coordinating programs related to aggressive driving, driving under the influence and seat belt safety.